Senior Permitting Manager, Energy Projects

Invenergy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 118,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Invenergy is seeking a Manager, Permitting in Chicago to lead permitting and regulatory compliance for utility-scale wind, solar, storage, gas, and transmission projects. You will compile requirements, develop permit strategies, draft comprehensive applications, and coordinate across legal, engineering, and environmental teams.

The role requires strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills, plus the ability to lead a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 7 years of energy industry or related experience.
• Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Compile, review, and organize permit requirements per laws.
• Evaluate risks and obtain primary development permits.
• Draft and organize high-quality permit applications and filings.
• Coordinate internal and external technical support across teams.
• Manage schedules and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Interface with government agencies to communicate project objectives.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Permitting

Project management

Communication skills

MS Office

GIS applications

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS applications

Job description

Invenergy is seeking a Manager, Permitting in Chicago to lead permitting and regulatory compliance for utility-scale wind, solar, storage, gas, and transmission projects. You will compile requirements, develop permit strategies, draft comprehensive applications, and coordinate across legal, engineering, and environmental teams.

The role requires strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills, plus the ability to lead a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced setting.